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Syrian army liberates key area in Homs, edges closer to Palmyra

Wednesday, 23 March 2016 1:17 PM [ Last Update: Wednesday, 23 March 2016 1:17 PM ]

This file photo taken on March 14, 2014 shows a partial view of the ancient oasis city of Palmyra, 215 kilometres northeast of Damascus. ©AFP

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